- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 chopped onion (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper (optional)
- 2 quarts water
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 4 chicken bouillon cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups uncooked, large egg noodles
- 2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts
- 2 cups frozen green petite peas
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- In a large pot, over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Saute onion (optional), garlic (optional), and celery for 2 minutes.
- Add red bell pepper (optional), water, carrots, chicken bouillon cubes, thyme, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Add egg noodles. Cook 8 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Add diced cooked chicken and peas. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir into soup. Simmer for 5 to 10 more minutes.